Masud
Masud is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Fortunate, happy, lucky”.
| Meaning | Fortunate, happy, lucky |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مسعود |
| Pronunciation | mas-OOD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Masud
Masud is a simple English spelling of Masʿūd, a name for someone lucky and blessed, from the root s-ʿ-d. It brings to mind ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd, a Companion who was among the very first to recite the Quran aloud in public in Makkah. Many people also know the name from the Afghan commander Ahmad Shah Massoud. In Turkey it takes the form Mesut, and Iranians usually write Masoud.
Is Masud a Muslim name?
Masud is a long-established name among Muslims, tied to the Companion Ibn Masʿūd.
How popular is Masud?
Used across the Muslim world, and this spelling is common in Bangladesh and South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Masud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Masud mean?
Masud means 'Fortunate, happy, lucky'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Masud a Muslim name?
Masud is a long-established name among Muslims, tied to the Companion Ibn Masʿūd.
How do you pronounce Masud?
Masud is pronounced mas-OOD.
Is Masud a boy or girl name?
Masud is usually a boy name.